Jack W. Thompson
1954-2016

St. Joseph, Missouri, Jack W. Thompson, aka “Jack Daddy” will be greatly missed. He passed away Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at the age of 62.
He is survived by his girlfriend, Tonya Summers, who never left his side.
His caring sister Linda Westrem and by the prides of his life, his 3 children; Jake, Becky and Bobbi Thompson. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Donald & Mary Thompson.
Help us celebrate Jack’s life at a BBQ at his house Saturday, October 8, at 5 P.M.
 
 
 
Charlotte V. Barajas
1924-2016

Charlotte V. Barajas, 92, Atchison, Kansas died Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at the Atchison Hospital, Atchison, Kansas.
Memorial services will be Monday, October 10, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. in the chapel of Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. Visitation with the family will precede the services from 9:30 A.M. until 11:00 A.M.
Charlotte was born September 18, 1924 in Cincinnati, Ohio the daughter of Harry and Helen “Snowwhite” Wilson Fox. She attended schools in Hamilton, Ohio; Metamora, Indiana and Brookfield, Indiana.
Charlotte and Dennis E. Upchurch were married June 10, 1944, and later divorced. She and David Barajas were united in marriage on October 31, 1961 in Atchison, Kansas. Mr. Barajas preceded her in death in 1996.
Mrs. Barajas was a homemaker, a devout wife and mother to their children.
Survivors include, two sons, Donald Upchurch, Uncasville, Conn; David Donti Barajas, Atchison, KS; four daughters, Debbie (Wayne) Wisniewiski, Uncasville, Conn; Tina Barajas, Atchison, KS; Tynya Barajas, Atchison, KS; Mia (David) Hall, Fair Grove, MO; three sisters, Ruthie (Bill) Wendt-Scott, West Chester, OH; Evelyn (Herman) Carpenter, Hamilton, OH, Pearl (Tom) Baldwin-Simmering, Winder, GA; ten grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren.

Donald Reed Myers
1928-2016

Donald Reed Myers was born Friday, November 16th, 1928; and passed away Wednesday, October 5th, 2016 in Atchison, Kansas. Visitation Saturday, October 8th, 2016, 10:00am – 11:00am. Located at the Atchison United Methodist Church. Services Saturday, October 8th, 2016, 11:00am. Located at the Atchison United Methodist Church.

Cinda Lou Wright
1953-2016

Denton, Kansas – Cinda Lou (Grieme) Wright, 63, of Denton, Kansas passed away Sunday, October 2, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Cinda was born on January 19, 1953 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Robert Carl & Anna Lou (Cox) Grieme.
She graduated Platte Business School & worked in administration for years including Wyeth Company & HCC. Then went to work in food services for 20 plus years, retiring from Doniphan West. She loved to cook, especially for Consumer Oil Company, during their end of year celebrations.
Cinda married Dennis Warren Wright on April 28, 1979 in St. Joseph, Missouri. He preceded her in death on December 21, 2014. She was also preceded in death by her parents & two brothers, Bob & Louie Grieme.
Survivors; daughter, Angie (Josh) Springs of Faucett, Missouri;
Son; John Wright of St. Joseph, Missouri;
Grandchildren; Kaycee Crawford, Kaytee Wright, Corban & Landan Springs;
One great-grandchild;
Sisters; Sallie Shatney & Marilyn Skidmore both of St. Joseph, Missouri;
Brothers; John Grieme of Savannah, Missouri;
Emmett Grieme of Chillicothe, Missouri;
Nieces & nephews.
Graveside Service: 10:00 A.M. Thursday, October 6, 2016
At the Denton Cemetery in Denton, Kansas
Visitation: 6-8 Wednesday evening at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas, where friends may call after 9 A.M. Wednesday.
Memorials: KSU Cancer Research or the American Red Cross of NWMO

Joann Madeline Pickerel
1932-2016

Joann Madeline Pickerel, 84, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday, October 2, 2016 in Saint Joseph at her home. She was born August 8, 1932 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Ellen and Orville Jones. She graduated from Benton High School class of 1950. She worked at Kresge’s, Woolworths, Woolco, and K-Mart as a retail clerk, then at the Hyde School Cafeteria. She enjoyed going to Church every chance she got, spending time with her family, and sitting on her front porch listening to her wind chimes. She was a founding member of the Heritage Church. Joann was preceded in death by her parents, husband, John Henry Pickerel Jr., sister, Marie Piercy, three brothers, Robert, Orville, and Donald Jones. Survivors include: three sons, John H. Pickerel, III of Saint Joseph, MO, Jeff (Charla) Pickerel of St. Joseph, and James (Darice) Pickerel of Agency, MO, daughter, Julie Pickerel of Saint Joseph, MO, 4 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren.
Graveside Funeral Services and Interment will be conducted on Tuesday, October 4, 2016 at 2:00 PM at the Ashland Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be conducted later that evening at 7:00 PM Tuesday, at the Heritage Church, 2407 Messanie, St. Joseph. Memorials are requested to the Open Door Food Kitchen or the Interserv Senior Meals on Wheels Program.

James A. Kamler
1933-2016

James A Kamler 83, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday October 3, 2016 at the Missouri Veterans Home, Cameron, Missouri. He was born January 8, 1933 in St. Joseph, Missouri son of Marie & Walter Kamler. He graduated from Christian Brothers High School, and served in the Navy and the Air National Guard. He worked as a policeman at the St. Joseph Police Department for 10 years, Dugdale Meat Packing Plant for 15 years. and retired from the St. Joseph School District. He was a member of St. James Catholic Church. Jim was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Kamler, his parents, and a brother, Walter A. Kamler. Survivors include: daughter, Teresa Kamler and partner Kim Brugger of Kansas City, MO, son, Richard Kamler of St. Joseph, MO, grandson, Jeffrey A. (Sarah) Kamler of Kansas City, MO, 2 great grandchildren, Riley & Charlene. A graveside memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM Friday at Mt.Olivet Cemetery. Father Evan Harkins officiating. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Nancy June Wahwassuck Conboy Wabnoquah
1932-2016

Nancy June Wahwassuck Conboy, Wabnoquah, 84, of Mayetta, died Tuesday, October 4, 2016 at her home on the Potawatomi Reservation.
She was born June 30, 1932 on the reservation, the daughter of John and Josette Nagonbe Wahwassuck.
Nancy was a member of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation and the Drum Religion.
She had worked for the Honeywell Corporation in Philadelphia for many years, retiring in the 1990’s.
Nancy married Peter J. Conboy, Jr. on June 16, 1961 in Miami, OK. He died in September of 2002.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Alice Marie Conboy Gartland, sisters, Florence “Gumpy” Ross, Twila “Charlie” Lee, and Mamie Rupnicki, and brothers, John “Doc” Wahwassuck, Jr., Jewett “Swede” Wahwassuck, Raphael “Bugger” Wahwassuck, Sr., Henry Wahwassuck, and “brother dear”, who died in childhood.
Survivors include two daughters, Rencie Eteeyan and Josette Wahwassuck Whitlock, both of Mayetta; three brothers, Peter Wahwassuck, Washington state, James Wahwassuck, Delia, and Merriell “Meatball” Wahwassuck, Sr., Mayetta, four grandchildren, Jessica Medicinebird, Samantha L. Wahwassuck, Barush Eteeyan Escamilla and Arnen Eteeyan Escamilla, and three great grandchildren, Andre Joe Kitchkommie, Kiyah R. Kitchkommie and Leo A. Wahquahbushkuk, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Drum services will be Thursday evening, October 6th at the Dance Ground, west of Mayetta. Burial will be Friday afternoon in the Wahwassuck Cemetery. Nancy will lie in state Wednesday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hoyt where visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Geradette “Geri” Murray Dyche
1951-2016

Geradette “Geri” Murray Dyche, 64, of Hoyt, formerly of Topeka, died Friday, September 30, 2016 at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City.
She was born November 14, 1951 in Visalia, CA, the daughter of John and Ezaura Sylvia Vierra. She graduated from Tulare Union High School in Tulare, CA in 1969 and attended Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, CA.
Geri was a former member of Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Topeka, and a Lector at the church. While living in St. Joseph, MO she attended Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. In Topeka she was involved in Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, the Catholic Singles Group, Beginning Experience and the Topeka Chamber of Commerce.
She moved to Topeka after being hired by Adams Business Forms to automate all company processes. She later built and managed her own business for many years, eBiz Software.
On October 11, 2003 she married Steve Dyche in Clinton, MO. They made their home in St. Joseph, MO, until recently moving to the Hoyt area. He survives, of the home.
Geri was preceded in death by her parents and her grandmother, Agnes Sylvia.
Other survivors include a son, Bryan Murray and fiancé Casey Cole, Fort Collins, CO; a step-son, Steven Dyche and wife Cathie, St. Clair, MO; a step-daughter, Lynn Bowser and husband, Peter, New Haven, CT; one brother, Gene Vierra and wife Marcia, Arroyo Grande, CA, a sister, Cynthia Shaffer and husband Reed, Tulare, CA; ten grandchildren and one great grandson.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 4th at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Mayetta. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery at Hoyt. Geri will lie in state Monday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hoyt where visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with a Rosary prayed at 6:30. Memorials are suggested to the American Diabetes Association or the Scleroderma Foundation, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 280, Hoyt, 66440.

Vicki Lynn McLaughlin
1947-2016

Vicki Lynn McLaughlin 68, of Norfolk, NE passed away Friday September 30, 2016 in Saint Joseph, MO health care center. She was born November 27, 1947 in Fremont, Nebraska daughter of Ada & Clyde Brandon SR. She was a Homemaker, and loved to read and collect angels & pens. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Fremont, NE. Vicki was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Clyde Brandon JR, and Dewayne Brandon, three sisters, Darla Christensen, Betty Bradbury, and Marcy DePew. She is survived by daughter, Jolene (David) Sutton of St. Joseph, MO, son, Chris Andersen of South Lake Tahoe, CA, grandchildren: Nicole, Casey, Erik, Alexis, Rachel, Heather, sister, Diana (Don) Fisher of Fremont, NE, sister, Audrey (Jim) Hancock of Fremont, NE, sister, Beverly DePew of CA. A memorial service will be held Sunday October 9, 2016 at the family home in Fremont Nebraska with the inurnment to follow. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Tamela Jean Kalamon
1950-2016

Tamela “Tammy” Kalamon, 66, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, October 1, 2016 at her home. She was born June 19, 1950 in St. Joseph, MO. She graduated from Lafayette High School, and married Steven Kalamon on March 10, 1970. She was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking fish, and spending time with her family. She was a Catholic. She was preceded in death by father, Donald Townsend, mother, Jeannine Jo Bates, two sons, Steven Kalamon and Jeffrey Kalamon, and a brother, Michael Lane. Survivors include, husband, Steven Kalamon of the home, son, Chad (Shelly) Kalamon of Agency, MO, grandchildren: Ashley, Steven, Mariah, and Tessa, and a great grandchild Kayden Evans, three brothers, Terry (Renatta) Lane of Tacoma, WA, Larry (Valerie) Lane of Talala, OK, and Donnie Lane of Joplin, MO, and a 1/2 brother, David Lane.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at Rupp Funeral Home with Rev. Beau Walker officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Memorial are requested to the Tammy Kalamon Memorial Fund.

Mary F. Campbell
1939-2016

Mary F. Campbell, 76, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, October 1, 2016 at her home.
She was born November 9, 1939, in Nodaway, Missouri.
Mary graduated from Lafayette, Class of 1957 and worked at Heartland Hospital for many years before retiring.
She enjoyed crafts, flowers, hummingbirds, her cats and giving to the Humane Society. The most precious thing to her was her family, especially her grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy “Red” Campbell; parents, Carl and Anna (Meadows) Arn; and brother, C. Duane Arn.
Survivors include sons, Darin Campbell (Kristen) of Kearney, Missouri and Brian Campbell of Parkville, Missouri; brothers, Donald Arn (Nancy) and Kenneth Arn (Pam); sister-in-law, Diana Arn; grandchildren, Gaige, Avery, Spencer, Bryce, and Kaleb; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to The Humane Society. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Donna Jean Barr
1961-2016

Donna Jean Barr, 54, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at a local healthcare facility.
Donna was born in Saint Joseph Missouri on December 27, 1961.
Donna was preceded in death by her father; and one granddaughter.
Survivors include daughter, Christy Simmons (Steve); mother, Georgia Barr; brothers, Darryl Barr (Cece), Dan Barr; seven grandchildren; two nieces and one nephew.
Donna was a member of the Word of Life Church.
Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Kermit Mitchell Filley
1962-2016

Kermit Mitchell Filley 54, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at his home. He was born January 16, 1962 in St. Joseph, MO. He attended Benton High School and worked at Blue Side and Prime Tanning for 30 years. He married Cindy Grossman on May 11, 1991 and she survives of the home. He was a loving husband and father who loved fishing on the river, hunting, watching the Chiefs and Mizzou football. Kermit was preceded in death by father, Bill J Filley, Sr., mother, Pat Jones, brother, Bill J. Filley, Jr., and step father, Paul Jones. Survivors include, wife, Cindy Filley of the home, son, Mitchell Filley, daughter, Halea Filley, step son, Josh Polley, two brothers, Mark Filley, twin Kevin Filley, sisters, Lori (Phillip) Bish, and Paula (Terry) Dye, grandsons, Jacob Polley and Justin Steele, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home, with cremation to follow. Memorials are requested to the Kermit Filley memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Virginia Kathryn Kline
1929-2016

Virginia Kathryn Kline 87, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at Mosaic life care in Saint Joseph, MO. She was born July 24, 1929 in Lathrop, MO, daughter of Anna and Andrew Mott. She was a homemaker, who enjoyed sewing, quilting, reading, and loved spending time with her family, she was a member of the St. James Altar Society and St. James Catholic Church. Virginia was preceded in death by her husband Leroy Kline on June 15, 2016, daughter, Andrea Kline Kline-Smith, her parents, four brothers, Thurman, Ray John and Richard Mott, and two sisters Gertrude Findley, and Mary Templeton. Survivors include daughter, Lorrie Hunt of St. Joseph, MO, son, Mitchell Andrew (Mary) Kline of Shawnee, KS, granddaughter, Nichole (Brian) Schmidt, granddaughter, Rachael (Nathan) Rich, and 6 great grandsons, a brother, Andy (Alene) Mott of Lathrop, MO, and two sisters, Thelma Traywick of TX, sister, Betty Jo Rader of Independence, MO.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, September 30, 2016, at 11:00 am at the St. James Catholic Church, Father Evan Harkins Celebrant. The Rosary will be recited at 6:00 pm, Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Mount Calvary Cemetery, Wathena, KS. Memorials are requested to the American Cancer Society.

Elbert Lester Bennett
1925-2016

Elbert L. Bennett, 91, of Faucett was reunited with his beloved wife, Dorothy L. Bennett on Wednesday, September 28, 2016.
Elbert was born on August 3, 1925 in Halls, Mo. to Omar O. and Effie L. (Ebling) Bennett. A lifelong resident of Buchanan County, he was married to Dorothy Green on May 26, 1945. They shared 68 years of loving marriage before Dorothy proceeded him in death on June 19, 2013.
Elbert was an outgoing and hardworking small businessman and talented mechanic. He was known to many South Side residents as the owner of Bennett’s Apco and Bennett’s Motors. He was also a member of Faucett Baptist Church.
He was an adoring husband, cherished father, doting grandfather, and beloved brother and uncle. Elbert was preceded in death by his parents, Omar and Effie; wife, Dorothy; brothers, Elmer and Virgil Bennett; and sisters Flora Jordan and Ora Conley. He will be deeply missed by his surviving family: daughter, Sharon K. Spicer; son and daughter-in-law, Rodney and Margaret Bennett; brother, Charlie Bennett; brother-in-law, Farold Jordan; granddaughter, Veronica L. Spicer; grandsons, Brian, Greg and Nicholaus Bennett; and six great-grandchildren.
Graveside Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 2, 2016, at Faucett Cemetery. His family will receive family and friends at the family home following the services. Visitation will be at Rupp Funeral Home from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, October 1, 2016.
Memorials are requested to the Alzheimer’s Society. online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Clarence G. Meers
1935-2016

Clarence G. Meers, 81, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, September 29, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care.
He was born March 13, 1935 to Richard and Lilly (Colley) Meers in Gower, Missouri.
Clarence married Gladys Marie Fleck on April 21, 1986.
Mr. Meers was of the Methodist Faith and was a member of the Masonic Blue Lodge, 32° Scottish Rite Mason, Moila Shrine.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Scott Meers; grandson, Braden Meers; one brother and two sisters.
Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Gladys M. Meers; and close friends, Elton D. Moss, Jr. and Tina Marie Kerber.
Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Inurnment at a later date, Memorial Park Cemetery. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Lisa Christine Eylar
1968-2016

Lisa Christine Eylar 1968 – 2016
Lisa C. Eylar, 48, Atchison, Kansas passed from this life peacefully, surrounded by her family on Thursday, September 29, 2016 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Kansas City, Missouri.
Mass of Christian burial will be Tuesday, October 4, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Benedict’s Abbey Church with Rev. Jeremy Heppler, OSB as celebrant. A parish rosary will be recited on Monday, October 3, 2016 at 6:00 P.M. at St. Joseph’s Church with visitation with the family to follow until 8:00 P.M. Memorial contributions are suggested to Maur Hill-Mount Academy School and may be left in care of Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home with whom the final arrangements have been entrusted.
Lisa was born August 25, 1968 in Falls City, Nebraska the daughter of Edward J. and Glenda L. Lunsford Huber. She moved with her family to Atchison, Kansas where she attended Catholic elementary school and Atchison Public Elementary School. She graduated from Atchison High School in 1986.
She and Timothy W. “Tim” Eylar were united in marriage on October 22, 1988 at St. Joseph’s Church in Atchison.
Lisa began working during her junior year in high school as a sales representative for Runyan Jewelers in Atchison, continuing until 1999. She then became employed with Atchison Catholic Elementary School in 2000, later renamed St. Benedict’s School until 2015 as the school secretary and the “go to” person at the school. She then transferred to Maur Hill-Mount Academy School as office manager continuing until her untimely death due to complications of Lupus.
She was a member of St. Benedict Parish in Atchison. Lisa enjoyed baking and being in her kitchen at home where she was fondly known by her family, to be able to whip up a batch of cookies at a moments notice. Her passion was when her family were together, spending time on a vacation or birthday parties and extending that time as long as she could. She was the epitome of fun, love, and strength to her nieces and nephews and the numerous children at the school.
Survivors include her husband, Tim Eylar, of the couple’s home in Atchison, a son, Dawson Eylar, Atchison, KS, her father, Ed Huber, Atchison, KS; three brothers, Mark (Rochelle) Huber, Elk Grove, CA; Tom (Monique) Huber, Atchison, KS; Larry Huber, St. Joseph, MO; and a sister, Sue Huber, Atchison, KS.
Lisa was preceded in death by her mother, Glenda Lee Huber.

Sr. Benedicta Boland, OSB
1925-2016

Sister Benedicta Boland, OSB, 91, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kan., died Thursday, September 29, 2016, at the monastery. The vigil service will be Sunday, October 2, at 7 p.m. in the monastery chapel, and the Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated there on Monday, October 3, at 10:30 a.m.

Born on a family dairy farm in Port Hudson, Mo., Sister Benedicta was one of ten children of John and Cecilia Boland. When she came to Guthrie, Okla., in 1940, to attend the first vows of Sister Cabrini, her sister, the prioress suggested that Benedicta finish high school with the Benedictines in Guthrie. She did, entering the monastery in 1942, several months before graduation. She was soon asked to accompany community prayers on the organ. She taught in parish and community schools and also served as liturgical minister. After receiving her graduate degree in liturgical studies at The Catholic University of America, she was director of the Tulsa Office of Liturgy from 1978-83. As part of Red Plains Monastery in Oklahoma, she served on its monastic council, and in its formation and oblate programs. In 1983, her focus became spiritual direction, retreats and training others in ministry. When the Red Plains Monastery closed in 2010, the sisters there joined the Benedictines in Atchison. She continued to direct the Retreat in Daily Life in Atchison for several years. She enjoyed music, reading and working outdoors and continued to contribute to the liturgy and music of the monastery until her death.

Sister Benedicta was preceded in death by her parents and by her brother, Father Aloysius Boland, and sisters, Anna Boland, Cecilia Boland, Frances Buchheit, Rose Marie Nealon, and Sister Cabrini Boland, OSB. She is survived by her brothers John, Sylvester and Richard, nieces, nephews, and her monastic family. Arensberg Pruett Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be sent to Mount St. Scholastica or made online at the Mount’s web site (www.mountosb.org).

Michael Lee Crossland
1961-2016

Michael Lee Crossland was born Saturday, August 26th, 1961; and passed away Saturday, September 24th, 2016 in Atchison, Kansas. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Michael will have a naval burial at sea off the Port of San Diego, CA. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

 

 

Raea Jean McDowell
1954-2016

Raea Jean McDowell 62, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday September 24, 2016 at a health care center in St. Joseph, MO. She was born January 10, 1954 in St. Joseph, Missouri. She managed the Corner Pocket Lounge. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, trips to the casino, being with friends, but she was the happiest spending time with her grandchildren. Raea was preceded in death by her father, Albert “Spud” Wallace, mother, Joyce Embrey, two brothers, Daniel Embrey, and Roy “Butch” Embrey. Survivors include her four children: Jeremy McDowell, Crissy Murphy, Amanda McDowell all of St. Joseph, and Steven McDowell of Gladstone, MO, eleven grandchildren, Dylan, Talan, Austin, Chase, Joseph, Isaac, Aydan, Joslin, Robert, Owen, Griffan and one great grand child, Trace, two sisters, Joy (David) Boller, and Teresa (James) Crossfield, three brothers, Russell Wallace, Daryl Wallace, and Bryan Wallace.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm on Thursday September 29, 2016 with a memorial service to follow at 7:00 pm at the Rupp Funeral Home. She has been cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Raea McDowell Memorial Fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Howard R. Gentry
1937-2016

Howard R. Gentry, 79, of Lenexa, died Sunday, September 25, 2016 at the Brookdale Nursing Home in Shawnee, KS.
He was born March 12, 1937 at Clayton, OK, the son of Bill and Elsie Carter Gentry. He graduated from Corona High School in Corona, CA in 1955 and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from Pepperdine University in California.
Howard joined the U.S. Air Force in 1955 and served through 1965. He was an In-flight Refueling Specialist, or Boomer. He later worked as a Safety Engineer for AETNA and Home Life Insurance companies.
He was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Lenexa, Dwight Cowles American Legion Post in Overland Park, Disabled American Veterans and the Vietnam Veterans Association.
Howard married Carol Bonjour in October of 1956. She survives, of the home.
Other survivors include three sons, Ed and his wife, Cindy, Larry and his wife, Darcie, and Donald and his wife, Michelle; eight grandchildren, Amanda, Chad, Brock, Pam, Michael, Donald, Jacob and Elisa, and six great-grandchildren, Damien, Irena, Charlotte, Cale, Dalton and Beau.
Cremation is planned. Graveside services with military honors will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, October 1st at the Onaga Cemetery. Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Onaga is in charge of arrangements.

Wilbur G. Jeffers
1942-2016

Wilbur G. Jeffers, 91, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday, September 26, 2016 at a local healthcare facility.
He was born February 2, 1925 in Easton, Missouri.
Mr. Jeffers entered the U.S. Army in 1942 serving in the Army Engineers.
He married Colleen Granger in 1951. They celebrated 65 years of marriage this June.
He worked 44 years at Westab/Mead Products retiring in 1989 as Superintendent.
Wilbur enjoyed farming, fishing, and playing cards.
Mr. Jeffers was a member of Moila Shrine, St. Joseph Lodge #78, 32nd degree K.C.C.H Scottish Rite Mason, and a member of Patee Park Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George Leslie Jeffers and Thelma Jeffers; sister, Betty Crouch; and nephew, John Crouch.
Survivors include his wife, Colleen Jeffers; son, Gregory Jeffers (Sue); daughter, Sandra Cox (Richard);nephew, Neal Crouch (Bonnie); one niece, Patricia Crouch; six grandchildren, Ashley Miller (Brad), Aaron Bartram (Wally), April Jeffers, Eric Cox (Justina), Kenny Cox (Jennifer) and Khris Cox (Jesskah); 12 great grandchildren; two great nieces; and one great nephew.
Graveside Farewell Services and Inurnment 10:00 A.M. Thursday, Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The procession will leave from Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

David Thomas Weaver
1950-2016

David Thomas Weaver was born Thursday, March 23rd, 1950; and passed away Monday, September 26th, 2016. Visitation Thursday, September 29th, 2016, 6:00pm – 7:00pm
LocationCarol Baptist Church. Services held Thursday, September 29th, 2016, 7:00pm; officiating Rev. Joseph Hansen. Located at the Carol Baptist Church. Interment located at the Leavenworth National Cemetery; 9:00 AM Friday, Sept. 30th, 2016.

Ellis John “EJ” Porter
1953-2016

Ellis John “EJ” Porter was born Saturday, December 5th, 1953; and passed away Tuesday, September 20th, 2016 in Atchison, Kansas. Visitation Monday, September 26th, 2016, 6:00pm – 8:30pm. Located at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Chapel. Services Monday, September 26th, 2016, 7:00pm. Located at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Chapel.

 

John J. “Jack” Kennedy
1932-2016

John J. “Jack” Kennedy, 83, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, September 21, 2016 at his home.
He was born October 6, 1932 in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Jack married Patrine J. “Pat” Beahler on March 23, 1953 at St. Patrick’s Rectory.
Jack proudly served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War where he was awarded the Purple Heart. He often claimed that he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Human Relations with the United States Marine Corps in South Korea.
He worked at St. Joseph Light & Power for 43 years until retiring in 1994.
Jack enjoyed deer, duck and quail hunting. He also was a great story teller and loved to fish and bowl and was an avid flower gardener. Jack was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, the Pony Express Post #359 and the American Legion.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Patricia “Patty” Robbins; parents, Joseph and LaVada (Leffer) Kennedy; one sister, Delores McClain; and four brothers, William, Larry, Joe and Eddie Kennedy.
Survivors include wife of 63 years, Patrine; two sons, Timothy Kennedy and his wife, Loretta of Kimberling City, Missouri and John Kennedy and his wife, Linda of St. Joseph, Missouri; eight grandchildren, Sean Kennedy, Ryan Kennedy, Blaine Kennedy, Dr. Stephen Welch, Kristina Kennedy, Megan Kennedy, Dr. Devin Kennedy and Andrew Kennedy; sixteen great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 A.M. Monday, St. Patrick Catholic Church. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Parish Rosary 6:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will gather with friends 6:30 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 11:30 A.M. Sunday. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the American Lung Association. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Marion A. Heckman
1929-2016

Marion A. Heckman, 87, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, September 22, 2016 at a local healthcare facility surrounded by family.
He was born February 20, 1929 in Holt County, Missouri and spent most of his time farming until joining the United States Army in 1951. He was a veteran of the Korean War and served in the 24th Infantry Divison.
Marion married Mary Edith Fleck on October 22, 1953 in Kansas City, Missouri. They moved to Omaha, Nebraska where they both worked at Tip Top Products and returned to St. Joseph, Missouri in 1959. Marion worked in the floor covering business for 35 years and was a co-founder of Heckman Carpet Sales, retiring in 1994.
He loved the Lord and placed a high value on spending time with his family. He also enjoyed camping and fishing.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Heckman; parents, Ananias and Stella (DeWeese) Heckman; and siblings, Lloyd Eugene Heckman, Leola Katherine Lightle and Ray Laverne Heckman.
Survivors include son, Lem Daniels (Jean), Gladstone, Missouri; granddaughters, Jennifer Anderson (Drew) and Kelly Kurz (Ross); great-grandchildren, Taylor, Brady, and Brandon; and siblings, Beulah Mae Ferguson, JoAnne Hadorn, Frances Marie Maxwell, Henry Howard Heckman, Wilbert Wayne Heckman and Gerald Dean Heckman.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Dorothy Elaine Neumann
1933-2016

Dorothy E. Neumann, 82, Wathena, Kansas, died Friday, September 23, 2016, at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Funeral services will be Monday, September 26, 2016 at 10:30 A.M. at Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. Interment will follow in St. Charles Cemetery in Troy, Kansas. Visitation with the family will be Sunday, September 25th from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Troy Ambulance Fund and may be left in care of the funeral home.
Dorothy was born November 3, 1933, in St. Joseph, Missouri, the daughter of Glenn and Margaret Hagele Dunford. She attended school in St. Joseph, graduating from Benton High School in 1952.
She and Francis Neumann were united in marriage on May 11, 1957 at St. James Church, St. Joseph, Missouri. Mr. Neumann preceded her in death on June 18, 2007.
Dorothy was an LPN for six years before electing to stay home and raise her family. She enjoyed reading, collecting stamps and was an avid autograph collector.
Survivors include three sons, Patrick Neumann, Troy, KS, Paul Neumann, Wathena, KS, Anthony Neumann, Wathena, KS, two granddaughters, DaLonna Duncan, Angela Kay Neumann and three great grandsons.
She was preceded in death by her husband and parents.

Donald Ray Lucas
1933-2016

Donald Ray Lucas, 82, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, September 23, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. He was born October 1, 1933 in St. Joseph, Missouri, son of the late Helen & Harlan Lucas. He worked at Consolidated Freightways as a Truck Driver, and served in the United States Air Force. Donald was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, Jack, Harlan, Chester and Jerry Lucas, and a sister Betty Gresham. He is survived by wife, Vera Lucas of Saint Joseph, MO, three daughters, Mary Turyan of Saint Joseph, MO, Maureen (John) Morley of Tijeras, NM, and Linda (Mark) Williams of St. Joseph, MO, 6 grandchildren, Rachel, Rebecca, John, Jacob, Elizabeth, and Kelsey, great grandchildren, Kirsten, Katelynn, and Kayla, a brother, Danny Lucas of Pueblo, CO, and a sister, Beverly Gamble of Memphis, TN. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. There are no scheduled visitation or memorial services at this time.

Jeffery Wayne Owens
1964-2016

Jeffery Wayne Owens, 51, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, September 16, 2016 at his home.
He was born November 1, 1964 in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Jeffery married Lisa Hawkins on April 25, 2008.
He was a roofer for over 30 years.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cars, trucks, buggies, and dirt track racing. He loved spending time with his family and grandchildren and he could make anyone laugh.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ronald and Barbara (Adkins) Owens, Sr.; grandparents, aunts, uncles and many cousins.
Survivors include wife, Lisa Owens; children, Tiffany Owens (Lucas Farr), Conrad Reid (Lexy), Taeh Hawkins (Lee Flores), and Clayton Griffith; sisters, Laura Renfrow and Lisa Maharrey (Daniel); brothers, Ronald D Owens, Jr., and Ernest Owens; and grandchildren, Addisyn, BobbyWayne, Ryker, Brantlie, and Faith.
Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Mount Auburn Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family request all memorial donations be made online directly to the funeral home to help defray funeral expenses at www.meierhoffer.com via Jeffery online guest book and obituary.

Anna B. Henderson
1933-2016

Anna B. Henderson, 83, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, September 16, 2016 at a local healthcare facility.
She was born August 12, 1933 in Agency, Missouri.
Anna married Leon Henderson on November 27, 1952.
She was a graduate of Faucett High School Class of 1951.
Mrs. Henderson was a Cosmetologist for 20 years and owned the Beauty Salon in the Robidoux Hotel. She was president of the Eugene Field Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association, officer of the St. Joseph Chapter of Cosmetologists, Vice-President of Westward Ho-Questers and a member of the Wreckettes and Moila Shrine.
Anna also volunteered at the St. Joseph Convention & Visitors bureau. She loved to travel and went on numerous trips with the ambassadors of Nodaway Valley Bank.
She was an active member of First Lutheran Church, where she was involved with the Altar Guild and was the Circles, Flower Chairperson and funeral dinner coordinator for many years.
Anna was preceded in death by her husband, Leon; parents, Samuel and Dorothy (Grable) Wolfe; two children, Kim Hornsby and Scott Henderson; and sister, Martha Gomel.
Survivors include daughter, Ogretta Miller (Charles), Spring Hill, Florida; siblings, Sam Wolfe (Sandy), John Wolfe, Harold Wolfe (Mary Ellen), Mary Waldrop (Robert), Robert Wolfe (Brenda), Fred Wolfe (Sharon) and Vesta Wolfe; grandchildren, Alex Miller, Andrew Miller, Zach Taul (Theresa) and Nick Taul; great-grandchildren, Stormy and Raven; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Thursday, First Lutheran Church. Interment West Lawn Cemetery, Dekalb, Missouri. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 5:00 P.M. Wednesday. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the MS Society or First Lutheran Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Sharon Kay Tiley
1952-2016

Sharon Kay Tiley, 64, Overland Park, Kansas, formerly of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, September 17, 2016, at St. Luke’s South Hospital, Overland Park, Kansas.
She was born June 21, 1952, to John and Agnes (Kennedy) Tiley in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania.
Sharon graduated from Central High School in St. Joseph, Missouri. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri, where she was a member of the Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity, Epsilon Alpha Chapter, and later an MBA from Avila University.
She started her accomplished career in journalism and later worked many years as a manager in communications. Her career included positions at American Business Women’s Association, Allied Signal, Aquila and KCP&L, from which she retired.
Ms. Tiley was a member of Daughters of the American Revolution, Leawood Chapter and the International Association of Business Communicators.
Sharon loved to paint with oil and watercolors, but her true passion was metalsmithing where she took her inspiration from within herself and nature making jewelry and boxes. Her interest in jewelry and metalsmithing started when she was a little girl and was inspired by projects her mother did in college. She was also was an avid traveler both nationally and internationally including all 50 U.S. states, five Canadian provinces, England, France, Germany, Scotland, Italy and many more. She also ventured into some sports including golf.

She was preceded in death by her father, John Tiley, and brother, Warren Tiley.
Survivors include her mother, Agnes Tiley, and numerous close friends and colleagues.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 12:00 Noon to 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions to be made to the American Cancer Society. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Helen Ruch
1920-2016

LEONA, KANSAS Helen Ruch, 96, of Leona, Kansas, died Monday evening, September 19, 2016, at Hiawatha Community Hospital.
A Celebration of Helen’s life is planned for 10 a.m. Saturday, September 24, at Bellevue United Methodist Church of rural Leona, with Pastor Jerry Petering officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, nearby.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Friday.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Bellevue Church Memorial Fund or Pleasant Hill Cemetery, which may be sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 33, Highland, KS 66035.

Ronald E. “Gene” Scheid
1931-2016

Hiawatha, KS Ronald E. “Gene” Scheid, 84, of Hiawatha, died Monday evening, September 19, 2016, at Maple Heights Nursing Home in Hiawatha where he had been a resident since December 2015.
Gene was born October 7, 1931, in Netawaka, Kansas, the youngest of two sons of the late Alfred and Lillie Dean Chiles Scheid.
Gene attended the Lawn Ridge and Whiting grade schools prior to graduating from Whiting High School in 1949. He was a US Navy veteran of the Korean War. Gene served aboard the U.S.S. Binkley Bass in the Pacific Fleet, from June 1952 through November 1955. After leaving the Navy, he attended several annual Navy reunions and enjoyed the camaraderie of his former shipmates.
Upon release from the military, Gene began working for Nabisco Brands, Inc., in the operations management department, in Topeka, Kansas; the company later relocated him to St. Louis. Gene was with Nabisco for nearly 28 years.
Gene Scheid came to Hiawatha, Kansas in September of 1983, and worked at the Casselman Meek Funeral Home for several years. He later served as a deputy treasurer for Brown County before retiring in February of 1987. Gene was a member of the Bethany United Church of Christ in Hiawatha; and a member of VFW Post No. 5210, also of Hiawatha.
He married Beulah Grace Salsberry on April 27, 1957, in Whiting, Kansas. She preceded him in death June 26, 1980. Gene was also preceded in death by his daughter Marlene K. Burroughs, who died July 26, 1997; and a stepson Randel J. Colvin, who passed on October 19, 1988.
Gene married the late Ramona Leffert Brammer on November 20, 1982, in Hiawatha, Kansas. They were married for 21 years.
Gene is survived by a brother, Delbert J. Scheid, and his wife Agnes, of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas; two grandchildren: Larry Fitzgerald, wife Jessica and great-grandchildren Aiden and Riley of Boynton Beach, Florida; his granddaughter Lisa M. Cole, husband Jason, and great-granddaughters Aubrey and Lila, reside in Seattle, WA. Gene is survived by one stepson Rod Colvin of Omaha, Nebraska. Gene also has nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.
A Celebration of Gene’s life is planned for 1:30 p.m. Saturday, September 24, at the Bethany United Church of Christ in Hiawatha, with Pastor Shane Spangler officiating. Interment will follow at Spring Hill Cemetery, Whiting, KS. Military honors a courtesy of the Brown County Veterans Honor Guard.
Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha, after 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Friday, and after 9 a.m. Saturday at the Church. The family will meet with friends one hour prior to services at the Church.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Spring Hill Cemetery Association, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

Stella Elizabeth Cable
1953-2016

Stella Elizabeth Cable, 63, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at a Saint Joseph health care center. She was born April 26, 1953 in Missouri City, Missouri daughter of the late Ruby & David Jones. She graduated from Excelsior Springs High School, and she worked as a School Bus Driver for Mid Buchanan School, and she was a Homemaker. She liked to crochet and cross stitch, and enjoyed being out on the farm. She had a helper’s heart and enjoyed helping other people. She was a member of the DeKalb Christian Church. Stella was preceded in death by husband, Larry Cable, and her parents. Survivors include daughter, Sabrina Cable of Faucett, MO, two sons, Robbie Cable of Faucett, MO. and Michael Cable of Raytown, MO, granddaughter, Gracie Cable, and a brother, Lloyd Jones. The family will receive friends from 6-7 PM Thursday, September 22, 2016 at the DeKalb Christian Church, DeKalb, MO. with a Memorial Service to be conducted at 7:00 PM. She will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Hospice Partners – 1307 B Village Dr, St. Joseph, MO 64506.

John “J.T.” Tilford Downing
1925-2016

John Tilford (J.T.) Downing, age 91, of St. Joseph, formerly a long-time resident of DeKalb, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2016, with family at his side. J.T. was born on May 21, 1925 and was a graduate of DeKalb High School. He married Betty (Barton) Downing on August 8, 1948. They had a long, loving marriage of 67 years. The couple lived in DeKalb where they raised their two daughters, Dona and Darla. J.T. was a hard-working, loyal employee. He worked as the Receiving Manager at Sears for 35 years before retiring in 1987. J.T. was a man who enjoyed meeting new people. His quick wit and warm personality helped him make friends everywhere he went. J.T. had a tender heart. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, mushroom hunting, and gardening. J.T. is survived by: daughter, Dona(Richard) McAndrews , of St. Joseph; daughter, Darla (Roger) Dusing of Liberty, Missouri; and five grandchildren, Justin McAndrews (Megan), of St. Joseph, Missouri, Megan (Allen) Bright of Liberty, Missouri, Ryan Dusing, of Gladstone, Missouri, Erin (Justin) Nissen, of Lincoln, Nebraska, Katie McAndrews, of Emporia, Kansas; and three great-grandchildren, Emma and Matthew Bright, and Kamdyn. He is also survived by his brother Tom (Bonnie) Downing and sister LulaBelle (Jimmy) Matthews, all of DeKalb, Missouri. J.T. was preceded in death by his wife, his parents John T. and Addie (Frakes) Downing, brothers Bill Downing and Mack Downing, sisters Lola Downing, Helen Bush, and Mary Jo Downing. Funeral services will be conducted 10 AM Saturday, September 17, 2016, at the Rupp Funeral Home, the family will receive friends from 5-8 PM Friday at the Funeral Home. The interment will be at Westlawn Cemetery, DeKalb, MO. Memorials are requested to the DeKalb Homecoming Association, or to the Interservice Meals on Wheels Program both in care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

David A. Stufflebean Sr.
1952-2016
David A. Stufflebean Sr., 64, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday September 15, 2016 at a local healthcare facility.
He was born June 19, 1952 in Saint Joseph, Missouri.
David married Rhonda Sherrill August 2, 1974.
He was a graduate of Benton High School Class of 1970 and enjoyed duck hunting and fishing on the river.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifton and Shirley (Kerns) Stufflebean; wife, Rhonda (Sherrill) Stufflebean; and one brother, Steve Stufflebean.
Survivors include son, David Stufflebean, Jr. (Mary J.); and grandchildren, Laney Stufflebean, Drayton Lykins and Rylee Rocha.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Dennis W. “Mac” McDaniel
1962-2016

Dennis W. “Mac” McDaniel, 54, of Netawaka, died Thursday, September 15, 2016 at Medicalodges Jackson County in Holton.
He was born August 30, 1962 at Holton, the son of Robert and Susan Woodall McDaniel. He graduated from Wetmore High School in 1980.
Mac worked as a concrete finisher and later at the Wetmore school as a custodian.
He was a member of Kansas ABATE 11 and a past president of the Wetmore Men’s Club.
Survivors include his parents, Robert and Betty McDaniel, Stark City, MO; and Susan and Jerry Mencl, Holton; one brother, Jeff McDaniel and wife, Kathy, Tecumseh; one sister, Pam Hossfeld and husband, Perry, Powell, OH; two step-brothers, Rodney and Scott Nightingale; a step-sister, Janet Hinrichsen; his aunt, Linda Ireland, Topeka; other family members, many brothers and sisters of the road, and his chihuahua companion, Fred.
His smile and chuckle will remain in our minds and hearts forever. Giving more than he took.
Cremation is planned. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 28th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Holton. A Celebration of Life service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, September 29th at the funeral home. Inurnment will follow in the Wetmore Cemetery. Another Celebration of Mac’s life will be Saturday, October 1st at the old schoolhouse north of Whiting, starting at 4:00 p.m. For those attending the services, Harley Davidson attire is encouraged. Memorials are suggested to the Wetmore Men’s Club, Jackson County Friends of Hospice, or Kansas ABATE 11, and may be sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, P. O. Box 1034, Holton, KS 66436.

Rolland Leon Mace
1934-2016

Rolland “Bill” Leon Mace, 82, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, September 15, 2016 in a Saint Joseph, MO hospital. He was born July 15, 1934 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Lorene and Homer Mace. He served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He was the owner and operator of Bill’s Transmission Shop. He was a member of the VFW Post 6760. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Patricia Mace, and two brothers, Homer and Dennis Mace. Survivors include 5 children: Terri (Steve) Meade of Faucett, MO, Rolland “Rusty” Mace, Virginia (Darrell) Schildknecht of King City, MO, Jeff Mace of Kansas City, MO, and Kelly Mace, 3 step-children: Teresa McDowell, Jimmy Caldwell, and Joe Caldwell, several grandchildren and great grandchildren, and a brother, Gary Mace.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 10:00 Tuesday at the Rupp Chapel. The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The interment with Military Honors will be at Mount Auburn Cemetery.

Rena H. Lanigan
1917-2016

Rena H. Lanigan passed away at Living Community in St. Joseph, Missouri at the age of 99 on Sunday, September 11, 2016.
She was born in Boston, Massachusetts on April 20, 1917, daughter of Ernest Lester Hayman and Helen Stuart Ramsey.
She became a Registered Nurse in Boston, Massachusetts. After earning her degree in nursing she joined the Army Nurse Corps in Boston, was made a 2nd lieutenant in World War II and was assigned to West Point military hospital in New York.
She married Lieutenant Robert E. Lanigan June 28, 1941 in Boston, Massachusetts and spent many years at wonderful postings all over the world.
Their family home was in Alexandria, Virginia, where they spent almost fifty years in between postings from afar.
Pediatrics became her favorite branch of nursing and she spent many years on the staff of prominent pediatricians in Alexandria, Virginia and Arlington, Virginia.
While awaiting the return of Col. Lanigan from the war, she became nursing administrator at Hamilton Hospital in New York.
After retirement they became members of the Chesapeake Yacht Club and spent many hours cruising the Chesapeake Bay in their “Irish Rover.” Col. Robert Lanigan died April 5, 2010 and is interred at Fort Leavenworth military cemetery where Rena Lanigan will be interred.
She is preceded in death by her parents; and son, Kevin S. Lanigan.
She is survived by Robert E. Lanigan, Jr., Dennis M. Lanigan and Linda L. Gregory and by seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Private Inurnment Fort Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth Kansas. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Family kindly requests no cards or flowers. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Robert Lee Kunzler
1940-2016

Robert Lee Kunzler, 76, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday, September 12, 2016 at his home.
He was born September 4, 1940 to Leslie and Rose Kunzler in St. Joseph.
He married Sharon Kunzler on February 22, 1959.
Robert worked at Seitz in St. Joseph, Missouri for 38 years until he retired. A loving father, brother, and grandpa that loved being with his family.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Kunzler; his parents; brothers, Donnie and Ed Kunzler; and sister, Marie Green.
Survivors include brothers, Gary Kunzler and Harold “Dee” Kunzler; son, Carl Kunzler (Jennifer), St. Joseph; daughters, Tina Gill (Charles), St. Joseph, Tammy Damager (Larry), St. Joseph, Debbie Kunzler, Kansas City, Missouri and Tracy Roberts (Scott), St. Joseph; son, Scott Kunzler (Michelle), Agency, Missouri; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family requests memorial contributions to be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Larry Hausman
1943-2016

E. Larry Hausman, 73, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care surrounded by family.
He was born September 8, 1943 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Edward L. and Rose Mary (Shea) Hausman. Larry graduated from Central High School in 1961. He was active in the Missouri National Air Guard.
Larry married Sherry L. Means on July 6, 1968. They just celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary.
Larry served as President of Al J. Mueller Construction from 1989 until he retired in 2009. Prior to joining Mueller Construction, Larry spent more than 27 years with Hausman Metal Works and Roofing.
As a lifelong resident of St. Joseph, Larry felt a strong sense of duty to give back to his community. He served the United Way of Greater St. Joseph as a board member. Larry and Sherry co-chaired the Albrecht-Kemper Art Gallery’s Pot of Gold Fundraiser in 1997. In 2003-04 they were co-chairs of the Finance Campaign for Junior Achievement. He was President of the St. Joseph Construction Association in 1978 and again in 1996. Larry served on the board of the Chamber of Commerce from 1995 to 2001 and was Board Chairman in 1999. In 2002 he received the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s HOPE Award. For many years he served on the UMB Bank Advisory Board.
Larry was a member of the board of directors for the Pony Express Council of the Boy Scouts of America. He became a member of the tribe of Mic-O-Say in 1984 and was Chieftain from 2003-04. Larry was an original instructor of Project C.O.P.E., through the Pony Express Council, from 1980-87.
Socially Larry was active in the Booster Club of St. Joseph, as well as East Bank Investment Club and the Benton Club. He also served on the Country Club board and was president in 2002. Larry enjoyed time with his Tuesday dinner group and his lunch pals.
Larry was very devoted to his entire family. He loved spending time with them at their Lake Viking home. Larry and Sherry also travelled extensively visiting Germany, Ireland, Italy, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, Hawaii, Alaska, and many other destinations. In recent years, Larry and Sherry wintered in Florida with friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law, John Christman.
Survivors include wife, Sherry (Means) Hausman; children, Brett L. Hausman (Aimee), Tyler R. Hausman (Jessica) and Julie Hausman Colgan (Brent), all of St. Joseph, Missouri; grandchildren, Claire, Caroline, William, Trey and Layla Hausman and Bailey and Paige Colgan; siblings, JoAnn Christman, St. Joseph, Bob Hausman (Janet), St. Joseph, Mary Agnes “Gertie” Workman (Zack), Cameron, Missouri and Jim Hausman, St. Joseph; sister-in-law, Janice Cobb, St. Joseph; uncle, LeRoy Hausman (Terry) Clarksdale, Missouri; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
Farewell Services: 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Grace Evangelical Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Mr. Hausman will be removed from Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory to arrive at the church one hour prior to the service. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Pony Express Council of the Boy Scouts of America, the Missouri Western Foundation for the Hausman Family Scholarship or a charity of the donor’s choice.

James S. “Jess” Hatcher
1914-2016

James S. (Jess) Hatcher, 102, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2016.
He was born July 7, 1914 to Charles and Minnie (Settles) Hatcher in Carrolton, Missouri.
Jess married Mary Francis on September 27, 1936. She preceded him in death in 2008.
He worked as the manager of the A&P Food Store for ten years, bought and ran a potato chip factory, managed several grocery stores and later worked as a manager at Mr. B’s Hardware for nine years before retiring.
Mr. Hatcher was the oldest active member at Wyatt Park Baptist Church, where he was a Deacon and taught Sunday school. He also was a member of the Optimist Club and Masonic Lodge.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 72 years, Mary Hatcher; parents; and six siblings.
Survivors include his daughters, Connie Boyer (Kermit), Lenexa, Kansas and Mary L. Hatcher, St, Joseph; grandchildren, Eric Boyer (Lisa) and Jason Boyer; great grandchildren, Mitchell, Kate, Jessica and Eva.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 12:00 Noon to 1:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers or a contribution to the Wyatt Park Baptist Memorial Fund are appreciated. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Ronald Wayne Stanton
1979-2016

Ronald “Ronnie” Wayne Stanton Jr. 37, Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, September 8, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. He was born March 2, 1979 in St. Joseph, MO, son of Mona and Ronald Stanton. He attended Benton High School. He married Tiffany Ebling on 2/27/2016. He worked at Triumph Food and at several other jobs. Survivors include, wife, Tiffany Stanton of the home, mother, Mona (Marty) Bradley of St. Joseph, MO, father, Ronald Wayne Stanton, Sr. of Kansas City, MO, son, Dallas Stanton, four step-children: Kailyn Roberts, Gage Westcott, Shilyn Butterfield, and Gavin Butterfield, a sister, Brandy (Timmy) Roberts, niece, Delana, and nephew, Kenny.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at Rupp Funeral Home with Rev. Albert Shirley officiating. The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the King Hill Cemetery. Memorials are requested in lieu of flowers to the Ronnie Stanton Jr Memorial Fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Catherine B Johnson
1931-2016

Catherine B. Johnson, 84, of Savannah, Missouri passed away Thursday, September 8, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. She was born October 30, 1931 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Nellie and Claude Grooms. She married Roy Lee Johnson Sr. on February 11, 1948, and he preceded her in death. She worked at Whitaker Cable, Muny Inn, and Cordineers Place. She loved spending time with her grand kids, and she enjoyed watching TV, Bingo, drawing and art. She was a Pentecostal. Catherine was preceded in death by her husband, parents, son, Roy Johnson, Jr., daughter, Karen Johnson, brothers, Clifton, Claude, Jr., and Bob, sisters, Viola, Margaret, Ruth, Jackie, and Elizabeth. Survivors include her 9 children: Judy (Norman) Hardin, Savannah, MO, Connie Brushwood, St. Joseph, MO, Vickie (Tom) Heavilin, Savannah, MO, Virna Libby (David Weidmaier) St. Joseph, MO, Norman “Woody” Johnson, Savannah, MO, Steven (Julie) Johnson, Edward Johnson, Terry (Diana) Johnson, and Timothy Johnson, all of St. Joseph, MO, and over 100 grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Monday, September 12, 2016 at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery.

Sandi K. Gerstner
1951-2016

Sandi K. Gerstner, 65, Amazonia, Missouri passed away Friday, September 9, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care.
She was born August 10, 1951 in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Sandi married James Gerstner August 19, 1994.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John Z. and Hattie Merritt; brothers, Dick, Bob and Shorty; and sister-in-law, Jamie.
Survivors include her husband of 22 years, James; daughters, Ami (Andrea) and Marti (John); grandchildren, Sierra and Jaymes; sister, Frances (Frank) and Ethel (Fred); and sisters-in-law, Jackie, Janice and Codi.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Leavenworth National Cemetery. Parish Rosary 6:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where the family will gather with friends 6:30 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. Monday. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions be made to a Stroke Foundation of the donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Marie Green
1944-2016

Marie Green, 71, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, September 9, 2016 at a local Healthcare facility.
She was born November 23, 1944 to Fred and Louise (Devereaux) Smith in Savannah, Georgia.
Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Larry L. Crossland
1946-2016

Larry L. Crossland was born on Wednesday, June 12th, 1946; and passed away Saturday, September 10th, 2016 in Atchison, Kansas. Visitation Tuesday, September 13th, 2016, 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Located at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Services Wednesday, September 14th, 2016, 10:30am. Located at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Interment located at the Sunset Memory Gardens-Atchison.
 
 
 
 
Jackie Ray “Jack” Callaway
1939-2016

Jackie Ray “Jack” Callaway was born Wednesday, November 8th, 1939; and passed away Saturday, September 10th, 2016. Visitation Thursday, September 15th, 2016, 10:00am – 11:00am. Located at the Trinity Lutheran Church. Services Thursday, September 15th, 2016, 11:00am. Officiating Rev. Robert Ziegler.
Located at the Trinity Lutheran Church-Atchison